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Fuel Crisis in Russia Eases: Regions Begin to Lift Fuel Station Limits

Russia's fuel crisis is subsiding as regions begin lifting purchase limits at gas stations that were imposed in late June 2026 across over 20 regions due to shortages of gasoline and diesel. Several regions reported easing or removing restrictions in late July. Zabaikalsky Krai fully canceled its QR-code reservation system, citing stable supplies. Omsk Oblast lifted all limits, which had capped sales at 40 liters of gasoline and 80 liters of diesel. Saratov Oblast increased its daily gasoline limit for individuals from 30 to 40 liters. Samara Oblast extended its current limits (40L gas, 100L diesel) without tightening them, noting stabilized queues. The crisis began after Ukrainian drone strikes damaged key refining infrastructure, disrupting supply logistics and spiking consumer demand by 20-30%. At its peak, over 20 regions imposed various restrictions. Analysts warn that while retail limits easing indicates distribution stabilization, the root cause—damage to at least 17% of Russia's oil refining capacity—remains. The risk of renewed restrictions this autumn persists if repairs cannot compensate for lost volumes before the heating season, especially if attacks continue.

cryptonews.ru08/01 09:46

Fuel Crisis in Russia Eases: Regions Begin to Lift Fuel Station Limits

cryptonews.ru08/01 09:46

Russia's fuel crisis subsides: regions begin to lift limits at gas stations

Russia's fuel crisis is showing signs of abating. Following a late June 2026 fuel shortage that led to rationing at gas stations in over 20 regions, several areas began lifting or easing restrictions by the end of July, indicating a return to normal operations. Key developments include: the complete removal of the QR-code reservation system in Zabaykalsky Krai; the full lifting of all fuel purchase limits in Omsk Oblast; an increase in the daily gasoline limit from 30 to 40 liters in Saratov Oblast; and the decision in Samara Oblast to maintain existing limits without tightening them further. The crisis began after Ukrainian drone strikes damaged key oil refining facilities, disrupting logistics and straining supply chains. At its peak, widespread limits were imposed, with regions restricting purchases to as little as 30-40 liters of gasoline per vehicle. Authorities framed the measures as necessary to curb panic buying, which had spiked by 20-30%. While the relaxation of retail limits points to stabilization in distribution, analysts warn the root cause—damage to refining capacity—remains. Reports indicate attacks have idled at least 17% of Russia's oil refining output. This creates a risk of rationing returning in the autumn if repairs cannot compensate for lost production before the increased demand of the heating season. The sustainability of the current recovery remains uncertain.

cryptonews.ru08/01 08:06

Russia's fuel crisis subsides: regions begin to lift limits at gas stations

cryptonews.ru08/01 08:06

U.S.-Iran Conflict Reignites, Hedge Funds Aggressively Increase Oil Positions at Fastest Pace in a Decade

Amid escalating US-Iran conflict, hedge funds are aggressively increasing their bets on Brent crude at the fastest pace in nearly a decade. This surge in bullish positioning, driven by attacks on shipping in the crucial Strait of Hormuz and tightening global fuel supplies, is pushing oil prices and refining margins sharply higher. For the week ending July 14, asset managers boosted their net-long positions in Brent crude by 75,996 contracts, the largest weekly increase since December 2016. This dramatic shift marks a sharp reversal from just a week prior, when concerns about oversupply prevailed. The trigger was the resumption of US military strikes on Iran, followed by Iranian retaliatory attacks that have significantly reduced traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil chokepoint. The disruptions are also severely impacting global fuel markets, squeezing supplies of diesel and gasoline and sending refining profits to record highs. Concurrently, attacks on Russian refineries have led to a sharp drop in the country's fuel exports, further tightening global supply. Funds have responded by increasing their net-long positions in heating oil and diesel futures to multi-month highs.

marsbit07/18 04:06

U.S.-Iran Conflict Reignites, Hedge Funds Aggressively Increase Oil Positions at Fastest Pace in a Decade

marsbit07/18 04:06

Crypto Market Shows Gains as US Diesel and Gasoline Prices Rise

The crypto market has gained value amid rising US diesel and gasoline prices, with BTC and ETH leading the uptrend. The collective crypto market cap rose 0.89%, while BTC gained 0.59% and ETH 2.12% in 24 hours. Broader gains were also seen in gold and silver. Market movements are influenced by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz, which affects oil flow. Rising fuel prices—diesel exceeding $5 per gallon and gasoline at $3.76—are putting pressure on manufacturing and consumers. Uncertainty remains due to upcoming inflation data and potential rate cuts, underscoring the need for cautious investment.

TheNewsCrypto03/17 06:52

Crypto Market Shows Gains as US Diesel and Gasoline Prices Rise